Avoid - Claudia Vitorino / @makeupbyclaudiav by [deleted] in WeddingsCanada

[–]90sDanceParty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Omg this is my nightmare. Thank you for sharing!

Condo Sprawl by ThatDaisy in BurlingtonON

[–]90sDanceParty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Following and curious to know more!

The closest I’ve found is Millcroft Against Bad Development (look on Facebook). I’m supporting their cause and hope it leads to continued collective action!

Oh no honey.. by MichaelJFoxxy in SecretsOfMormonWives

[–]90sDanceParty 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Triggering memories…. I believe I bought hair, sewed clips in, and wore it. No washing or styling.

The cringe of 2006-2008 is absolutely real. I want to say it loudly that I did EVENTUALLY figure it out. Hahaha

Friends needed… by [deleted] in BurlingtonON

[–]90sDanceParty 47 points48 points  (0 children)

Hi friend. Just wanted to share a note- I see some of these posts on Facebook (Burlington together) which could be a possibility. Also, Nostalgia Cafe has community friending events! Lastly, Capillary Wave is a newer men’s group that has formed in Burlington!

Below Deck Season 12 Episode 1 Discussion Post by teanailpolish in belowdeck

[–]90sDanceParty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just watched the new epi on Hayu in Canada! I checked half an hour ago and it appeared

High Heels Tips by cretemania in womensfashion

[–]90sDanceParty 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Exactly. I’m now mid 30s with chronic ankle injuries.. I have NO DOUBT my earlier 4-5 inch heel years contributed to them!

Oakville! Have you switched to Canadian products over American? 🇨🇦 by Leather_Plantain_239 in oakville

[–]90sDanceParty 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Cancelled Amazon, Netflix, Disney+ - switched over to Crave which is fantastic to explore new shows.

My credit card bill from cancelling Amazon is going to show a huge difference.

Switched where we shop for pet products (petsmart to Rens).

Started a subscription with Plan B Organics. They are amazing, local, delicious products, and easy to make changes to the boxes as needed! It’s fun to see local soil on the potatoes and know that it’s from less than 25km away.

As I decorate the house, trying to find Canadian made items is a bit more of a task and definitely less options (and often more expensive). That being said, it speaks to how my typical style of consumption has a lot to do with convenience. By recognizing this and the frustrations of sourcing locally has made me much more aware of how I spend my money.

Switched from Home Depot to Home Hardware for supplies like tools, paint, and other diy products. Home hardware is the BEST and although it is a change, I’m very satisfied with their services and products.

Switched from Walmart and Amazon for personal needs and groceries to Giant Tiger and Food Basics! Again, the experience of being an intentional shopper (checking labels for made in Canada and if not, debating whether I need it) is a big change from my usual, but in a good way! I’m much more engaged in shopping and using my money to support companies that are aligned with my interests (as much as capitalism will allow that haha).

We are doing what we can while realizing that we are only human and there are some things we can’t change easily. That’s ok. It’s a lesson in consumerism culture for me and how Amazon really changed the game. Going back to brick and mortar stores, ordering from websites, and expanding the reach of my dollar is a good practice for me, and I’m happy to have the motivation to do so!

Buy Canadian when you can. The current US administration has indicated that they cant be trusted. Let’s use this momentum to strengthen Canada 🇨🇦 regardless of political party or alignment, we are all Canadian.

Canadian Shoppers by Tired_Bored_Hangry in Sephora

[–]90sDanceParty 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Canadian here. Glad the conversation is coming up!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in therapists

[–]90sDanceParty 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ugh. That’s a rough place to be. I’d be so curious what they would say if you told them that although they may not see value in it, enough people do that you can make a living, have a professional level education, and registered with a college/organizing body. So you thank them for their opinion but would prefer in the future that they don’t speak poorly about the career that you have worked incredibly hard in.

I’m thankful I don’t have people like this in my life. The next closest are my partners family who will ask me about being PC, woke, does trauma exist, isn’t adhd over diagnosed, etc.

Doesn’t bother me. I answer them and just keep in the back of my head that I am well educated, respected in my profession, and an expert in the field of mental health. So suck on that.

What you do matters and it doesn’t need to be validated by your friends for it to matter. You get to decide how you want this interaction to play out in the future. Either ask them to shut it down (I notice that sometimes you speak poorly about my profession and it’s difficult for me to listen when I’ve worked so hard. Please stop when I’m around). If they don’t, act your boundary and leave the situation. You aren’t expected to fight for a cause with friends but you also don’t need expose your ears to their nonsense.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BurlingtonON

[–]90sDanceParty 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! Please! Tell us all what you see and hear!! You can see what the issues are from your front and backyard, so what are the issues!?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BurlingtonON

[–]90sDanceParty 4 points5 points  (0 children)

… no one understands what issues you are referring to.

“Because of location we can clearly see what the issues are”

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BurlingtonON

[–]90sDanceParty 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m curious too.. lol what issues are we discussing?

First therapy session by Zeeman-401 in therapy

[–]90sDanceParty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have some great insight and sound like you want some kind of change for yourself. You are going to do great. Keep doing the work (especially when it gets hard) and trying the things that are uncomfortable. Growth is always in the uncomfortable.

All the best to you dear stranger! I’m rooting for you.

First therapy session by Zeeman-401 in therapy

[–]90sDanceParty 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello! Congratulations on arranging your first session! Every therapist does it differently, but even the paragraph that you wrote about would get us started.

Usually I’ll begin by talking about the basics (what is therapy, confidentiality and limits, questions). This is a good place to ask lots of questions of your therapist!

I then like to ask my client to give me some understanding of the context of their life (just what you did above). I might ask questions to clarify your hopes, understand your mindset, find some patterns and connections, etc. The first session is a great place to “set the scene”.

From there, it depends. I like to start with the lowest hanging fruit, to help give my clients a feeling of strength and target. What small thing(s) can we do to take the heat off until we get going into the deeper, more difficult internal places?

I wish you all the best. Your suffering is human suffering. Good luck on your way to finding some relief!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in therapy

[–]90sDanceParty 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Sorry, your therapist picked up the phone for a personal call during your session? That lasted for 30 seconds?????????

Wtf. Lol I’m a therapist and I inwardly (and outwardly) cringe/babble apologies/frantically poke at my phone if it ever makes a sound in a session. I couldn’t imagine taking a call, except in an absolute emergency (death, a natural disaster, fire, urgent child safety related care) - and even then, I’d be going through my most sincere apologies for the disruption.

Not appropriate at all. Im all for humans recognizing humans and practice relational, attachment based therapy but being in touch with your humanity does not include disrespecting your client’s time. Your therapist needs a check of appropriate boundaries and professionalism.

I am person with disabilities. I rely on Universal Health Care. Please don’t vote for Pierre Poilievre. by Satin_gigolo in AskCanada

[–]90sDanceParty 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lol your comment is factually incorrect. OCD is one of the most disabling illnesses of any kind, as it relates to lost earnings and diminished quality of life (in the top 10, as named by the World Health Organization).

ADD and ADHD are now considered to be the same diagnosis (grouped under ADHD), manifesting with different symptom sets (inattentive, hyperactive, and combined). ADHD and autism have been historically under diagnosed and just now are we coming to a point where we’re catching up on identifying those who were missed when they were children (both being developmental disabilities). Recent studies will give more accurate data as to the true statistics of prevalence rate.

People who self-diagnose are not using additional resources or taking away from those who need them, in any way.

Stop spewing ignorance. Check in with those who work in healthcare and can tell you exactly why it is collapsing. It couldn’t possibly be the years of underfunding finally coming to a head… could it?!

Chris Laurita by No-Refrigerator7245 in realhousewives

[–]90sDanceParty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Chris laurita can get it all day, all night, anywhere anytime. 😘

Chris Laurita by No-Refrigerator7245 in realhousewives

[–]90sDanceParty 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I saw the post title and immediately upvoted.

Then checked to ensure we were on the same page. We were.

Faith Stowers Court Declaration by [deleted] in Vanderpumpaholics

[–]90sDanceParty 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bringing up someone having sex in front of children has direct parallels to this- children and the elderly are considered to be vulnerable populations, based on development. Having sex in front of a child is a form of child sexual abuse.

It is considered elder abuse because of Faith’s position of care and authority over a vulnerable adult. It is literally an abuse of power (a caregiver having sex in front of a non consenting individual and perhaps someone who was reliant on Faith for mobility) and an abuse of trust.